“While early reports in the media stated that Sarah’s injury was a traumatic
brain injury, it is important to note that Sarah’s condition was the result
of a lack of oxygen to the brain during cardiac arrest,” she said.
Ms Yen said Burke had been training for upcoming winter events at the time of
the accident.
“Our hearts go out to Sarah’s husband Rory and her entire family. It’s
difficult for us to imagine their pain and what they’re going through,”
Peter Judge, chief executive of the Canadian Freestyle Ski Association, said
in a statement.
“Sarah was certainly someone who lived life to the fullest and in doing so was
a significant example to our community and far beyond,” Judge said. “She
will be greatly missed by all of us at the CFSA and the entire ski
community.”
Ms Yen said Burke’s family “was moved by the sincere and heartfelt sympathy
expressed by people inspired by Sarah from all around the world.” A public
celebration of Burke’s life would be held in the coming weeks, she added.
Miss Burke reached the podium at every career World Cup start and is a
four-time champion at the X-Games, according to the ski association.
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